{"id":233,"date":"2026-03-01T16:07:47","date_gmt":"2026-03-01T16:07:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=233"},"modified":"2026-03-03T19:53:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T19:53:35","slug":"crab-stuffed-shrimp-high-protein-low-carb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=233","title":{"rendered":"Crab-Stuffed Shrimp (High-Protein \u2022 Low-Carb)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5919-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5919-1.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5919-1-300x240.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Juicy jumbo shrimp filled with a creamy crab mixture, baked until golden and flavorful. This elegant seafood dish is quick to prepare and perfect for low-carb dinners, special occasions, or healthy entertaining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the Shrimps<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>12 large jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp sea salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc tsp black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the Crab Filling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 cup lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained well)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp Dijon mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 garlic clove, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Juice of \u00bd lemon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt and black pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Preheat the oven to 400\u00b0F (200\u00b0C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Prepare the filling<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a bowl, gently combine crab meat, mayonnaise, parsley, Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well mixed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">3&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Stuff the shrimp<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Butterfly each shrimp by slicing along the back without cutting through. Spoon a small amount of the crab mixture into each shrimp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">4&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Season &amp; arrange<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Place shrimp on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and lightly season with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">5&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Bake<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake for 10\u201312 minutes until shrimp turn opaque and the topping becomes lightly golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Serving Suggestions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Serve with lemon wedges for extra freshness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pair with a crisp salad or steamed vegetables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfect as an appetizer or light dinner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nutrition (Approx. per 3 shrimp)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Calories: ~180 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protein: ~25g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carbs: ~2g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low-carb &amp; diabetic-friendly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Juicy jumbo shrimp filled with a creamy crab mixture, baked until golden and flavorful. This elegant seafood dish is quick to prepare and perfect for low-carb dinners, special occasions, or healthy entertaining. Ingredients For the Shrimps For the Crab Filling Instructions 1&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Preheat the oven to 400\u00b0F (200\u00b0C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 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